Introduction to Acids and Bases

AP Chemistry· difficulty 3/5

Which can act as either an acid or a base?

  • A

    Na⁺

  • B

    ClO₄⁻

  • C

    Cl⁻

  • D

    HCO₃⁻

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Explanation

HCO₃⁻ can lose H⁺ (→ CO₃²⁻) or gain H⁺ (→ H₂CO₃) — amphiprotic.

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